Radio Scotland’s Scottish Football Podcast aired on 23 Jul 2026 and ran for 28 mins, asking whether Hibs and Motherwell can deliver in Europe and if Derek McInnes’ four‑match touchline ban was fair. Host David Currie is joined by Joelle Murray and Andy Halliday to preview the Conference League qualifiers, noting Hibs’ key absentees in Kosovo and questioning whether Alfred Johansson’s new‑looking Motherwell side can hit the ground running against HB from the Faroes.

The panel examines the clubs’ summer recruitment, the challenge of balancing European fixtures with domestic ambitions, and whether both teams can build on their promising campaigns from the previous season. They consider squad depth, tactical adjustments, and the motivation that European nights can bring to Scottish sides.

Finally, the debate turns to Derek McInnes, assessing whether the punishment for his touchline conduct was justified or has gone too far, weighing the impact on Motherwell’s preparations and the broader message to managers.